Mechanical Engineering Technician

Vision Point Systems Inc. is seeking a motivatedMechanical Engineering Technicianto join our engineering team onsite in Philadelphia PA. This is an excellent opportunity for an entry-level technician or someone with 13 years of experience who enjoys designing building and solving mechanical problems.

The successful candidate will support engineers in the design and fabrication of custom tooling fixtures and molds used for research testing and prototype development. This position combines CAD design additive manufacturing hands-on fabrication and laboratory support.

Primary Responsibilities

• Create and modify2D drawingsand3D CAD modelsfor tooling fixtures molds and engineering projects.

• Design build and refine custom fill molds using additive manufacturing (FDM3D printing).

• Prepare CAD files for manufacturing including exporting print-ready models and engineering drawings.

• Operatemaintain and troubleshoot bothsmall-format and large-format 3D printers.

• Understand basic additive manufacturing concepts including materialselection print orientation support generation and post-processing.

• Assemblemodify and test mechanical components and prototype assemblies.

• Assistengineers with prototype development mechanical testing data collection and documentation.

• Perform basic shop tasks including drilling cutting tapping light machining sanding and assembly.

• Maintain engineering documentation drawings and revision control.

• Support laboratory setup equipment maintenance calibration and organization.

• Procure engineering materials andmaintaininventory of supplies and printing materials.
• Maintain a safe organized and efficient work environment.

• Associate degree inMechanical/ StructuralEngineering Technology Mechanical EngineeringAdditiveManufacturing Technologyorotherrelated technical field.

• Entry level to three (3) yearsof experience in a mechanical engineering manufacturing prototype fabrication or engineering support role.

• Experience creating2D engineering drawingsand3D CAD models.

• Basic understanding of mechanical drawings dimensions and tolerances.

• Basic understanding of3D printing/additive manufacturingprocesses.

• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability todesignbuild troubleshoot and assemble mechanical components.

• Comfortable working with hand and power tools.

• Ability tolift upto 50 pounds individually and 100 pounds withassistance.

• Must be able to obtain andmaintaina DoD Secret Security Clearance.

Desired Skills

• Experience with CAD software such asSolidWorks Autodesk Inventor Fusion 360 or AutoCAD.

• Experience operatingFDM/FFF 3D printers including both desktop and large-format systems.

• Familiarity with common printing materials such as PLA PETG ABS ASA Nylon TPU or carbon fiber reinforced materials.

• Experience designing parts specifically for additive manufacturing.

• Basic machining experience including drill press band saw belt sander milling machine or lathe.

• Experience with rapid prototyping and prototype development.

• Familiarity with engineering documentation and revision control.

• Experience supporting engineering projects in a laboratory or manufacturing environment.

• Experience supporting DoD US Navy or US Marine Corps programs is a plus.

Full-time employees with Vision Point Systems qualify for a generous benefits package including:

• Medical Dental and Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance (1 annual salary)

• Short- and Long-Term Disability

• 401(k) with company matching

• Paid Training and Professional Development

• Flexible work hours (when project schedules permit)

• Opportunities for travel on engineering projects

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy genetic information disability status as a protected veteran or any other protected category under applicable federal state and local laws.

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